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SB 1150

Architects, Engineers and Designers - As introduced, requires the state board of examiners for architects and engineers to publish the time and place at which examinations to receive an engineer intern certificate or to register as a professional engineer are held and the acceptable grade necessary for passage of the examinations on the board's website. - Amends TCA Title 49; Title 62 and Title 63.

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Rusty Crowe

Tennessee requires its architecture and engineering board to publish exam dates, locations, and passing grades online to increase transparency for licensure candidates.

Placed on Senate Regular Calendar for 3/19/2026
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Bill Summary · SB 1150

Legislative bill overview

SB 1150 requires Tennessee's state board of examiners for architects and engineers to publish examination schedules, locations, and passing grade requirements on its website. The bill modifies state regulations governing professional engineering licensure and related professions.

Why is this important

Currently, prospective engineers and interns seeking professional certification may struggle to find critical examination information, creating barriers to entry and potential inefficiencies in the licensing process. Publishing this information improves transparency and accessibility for candidates pursuing professional credentials in these regulated fields.

Potential points of contention

  • Administrative burden: The board may argue that maintaining current website information requires staff resources and ongoing maintenance obligations
  • Standardization concerns: If exam times, locations, or passing grades change frequently, the requirement could create compliance challenges or outdated information if not carefully managed
  • Scope limitations: Critics might question why this applies only to architects and engineers rather than other licensed professions, or whether the bill goes far enough in requiring additional transparency measures

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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